Vice President, People Technology and Operations - Hybrid

Job Description
Are you passionate about how technology innovation creates positive employee experiences and drives business success? Are you fascinated by all the ways technology will change the workforce of the future?
At BAE Systems, our advanced defense technology protects people and national security. Our culture is built upon a commitment to a set of core behaviors that include strategic vision, collaboration, courage and innovation. We are currently seeking a dynamic and strategic leader to stand up our new People Technology & Operations center of expertise (COE). This role will be instrumental in developing and delivering a comprehensive people innovation strategy that aligns with the organization's short and long term goals and objectives.
Reporting to the CHRO, the Vice President, People Technology & Operations is a key leadership role responsible for the strategy and execution of HR technology, workforce intelligence, and workforce compliance to enhance the overall employee experience while ensuring scalability and proper governance in a rapidly evolving business environment. This position is a hybrid role which involves a combination of collaborative/in-person and independent work, it will take the form of a hybrid work format, with time split between working onsite and remotely.
Key Responsibilities:
People Technology & Operations

• Develop and execute a strategic roadmap for HR technology, ensuring scalability, efficiency as well as seamless integration and optimization of all people systems.
• Lead HR-related system implementations, upgrades, AI and automation initiatives to improve efficiency, accuracy, and user experience.
• Identify new technologies, trends, and industry best practices to drive innovation in people systems, digital experience, and workforce intelligence.
• Build and lead a high-performing People Technology & Operations team, driving innovation and operational excellence.

Workforce Intelligence

• Build and scale a data-driven HR analytics function, delivering insights on talent trends, retention, engagement, and workforce planning.
• Establish and drive a deeply data-driven approach to HR operations, developing predictive analytics, real-time dashboards, and reporting frameworks to track key workforce metrics, optimize HR processes, and enhance strategic decision-making.

Compliance, Risk Management & Governance

• Provide guidance and solutions to ensure HR systems, processes and policies align with local, state, and federal labor laws, as well as applicable global compliance standards.
• Ensure HR data governance and compliance with enterprise reporting standards.
• Partner with IT, Finance, and HR leaders to ensure data integrity, security, and compliance in all HR systems.

Leadership & Change Management

• Lead change management efforts to drive adoption of new technologies, optimize HR service delivery, and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a high-performing People Technology & Operations team, driving innovation and operational excellence.
• Partner with HRLT, Finance, IT, and Legal to align operational strategies with business needs.

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Required Education, Experience, & Skills

• BS + 15 years of experience in HR operations, HR technology, or people analytics, with at least 10 years in a leadership role.
• Expertise in HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors), process automation, and shared services.
• Experience leading large-scale HR technology transformations and process optimizations.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in data-driven decision-making and workforce analytics.
• Excellent stakeholder management and the ability to drive cross-functional collaboration.
• Proven ability to drive transformation, challenge conventional HR practices, and implement AI-driven, data-informed solutions that enhance efficiency and employee experience.
• Strong growth mindset with the ability to learn, adapt, and lead innovation in rapidly evolving technological landscapes.
• Passion for AI, automation, and data-driven decision-making, with expertise in leveraging analytics to optimize HR programs and workforce planning.
• A track record of building and developing high-performing teams, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and operational excellence.

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills

• Master's degree in digital technology, or related field.

About BAE Systems, Inc.
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.